Nonverbal Communication
If someone rolls their eyes while you’re talking, what might they be communicating?
They’re annoyed, frustrated, or not interested.
What’s one polite way to start a conversation with someone new?
Ask a simple question or make a comment about something you have in common (e.g., “Hey, how was your weekend?”).
Your friend looks really sad after a baseball game where her team lost. Do you...
a. Ignore her
b. Make fun of her team
c. Ask if she is okay
Probably C
Name three emotions
Examples: Sad, mad, happy, scared, surprised, disgusted
You’re telling a story about getting into fights. A teacher looks upset. Why might that be?
They might be worried about my safety or think I could get in trouble.
Name three types of nonverbal communication.
Facial expressions (show emotions), body language (shows comfort/interest), tone of voice (shows feelings like sarcasm, anger, excitement).
Your teacher gives you a redirection that you believe is unfair. What could you say or do?
I can stay calm, follow the direction, and talk to the teacher about how I feel later.
a classmate makes a rude joke about you. What’s a respectful way to respond?
“I don’t think that’s funny. Please don’t joke like that.”
Name an emotion related to sadness.
down, depressed, gloomy
You want people to see you as strong and respected. What could you do to show that without making them feel scared?
Speak calmly, show self-control, help others, or be respectful instead of threatening.
If someone crosses their arms and avoids eye contact, what might they be feeling?
They might feel upset, nervous, uncomfortable, or closed off.
What’s one way to show you’re actively listening during a conversation?
Make eye contact,
nod,
or ask follow-up questions.
What does it mean when someone’s words or actions make a situation worse? Give one example of something you could do instead to help calm things down.
It means they’re reacting in a way that increases tension, like yelling back, being rude, or joining in negative behavior instead of helping solve the problem.
Take a breath, walk away, speaking calmly, or choosing not to respond at all.
Emotions like sad, mad, and happy have different words for different levels of emotion. Both "furious" and "annoyed" are words that describe levels of anger. Which one indicates a more intense level of anger?
Furious
You’re joking around loudly, and someone looks annoyed. Why?
They might be tired, overwhelmed, or not in the mood for loud jokes.
How can you tell if someone is bored with the conversation?
They might look away, yawn, check their phone, or give short answers.
what’s a respectful way to disagree with someone?
"I respect your opinion, but I feel differently about this."
Why is it important to recognize emotions in others?
It helps you respond in a way that’s supportive and appropriate.
You’re upset and need a break. How can you communicate that to a teacher or peer?
Say, “I’m feeling overwhelmed. Can I take a short break?”
What does "personal boundaries" mean to you?
Examples: physical space from others you need to feel comfortable; your "space bubble;" any kind of boundary that makes you feel comfortable.